Siemens Milltronics BW500, Operating Instructions Manual

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BW500 and BW500/L
Operating Instructions, 12/2016, A5E33482052-AD
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Appendix
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A.1 Appendix I
A.1.1 Memory Backup
The BW500 and BW500/L requires no maintenance or cleaning, other than a periodic
replacement of the memory backup battery. Refer to Installing/replacing the back-up battery
(Page 44).
A.1.2 Software Updates
Software updates require Siemens Dolphin Plus software, contact your local Siemens
representative.
It is recommended that the old software and parameters be saved to your PC before
downloading the new software.
Once installed, a master reset (P999) must be done.
The parameters can then be reloaded, either manually or downloaded from the previously saved
file. If downloading parameters via Dolphin Plus, confirm that BW500 and BW500/L is in
PROGRAM mode. The zero and span values are included in the parameter file, However, new
zero and span calibrations should be done regardless, and as soon as possible to ensure
operating accuracy.
A.1.3 Calibration Criteria
Zero
● belt must be empty. Run the conveyor for several minutes to limber the belt and ensure that it
is empty.
● test weights or chain are not used during a zero calibration
● conveyor running at normal speed
● moisture input not used during a zero calibration
● inclination will be used if feature is activated